Israel-Hamas war: 3 years on, Gaza peace remains elusive
Three years on, Gaza’s 2025 ceasefire halted major fighting, but peace remains elusive over Hamas disarmament, Israeli withdrawal, Palestinian statehood, and US pressure.
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No cap on autonomous vehicles given growing transport needs: Jeffrey Siow
Singapore will not cap autonomous vehicles, citing growing transport needs, says Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow, adding no immediate impact on drivers’ jobs and offering transition support.
US 30-year mortgage rate hits highest in nearly three years
US 30-year mortgage rate jumped to 7.49%, a nearly three-year high, as applications fell 4.2%, worsening home affordability before November elections.
CNA Explains: What are the grievances driving the expanding school protests in France?
French school protests began over teacher shortages and poor conditions, spreading nationwide as students, teachers and unions demand more staff, funding, better facilities and police restraint.
EnterpriseSG to invest S$120 million over 5 years to support SME innovation
EnterpriseSG will invest up to S$120 million over five years to boost SME innovation, consolidating its Centres of Innovation network to 10 and winding down IPI by 2027.
Indonesian court hears 'negligence' complaint against state over fires, haze
Indonesian court hears class action accusing government of gross negligence over fires and haze; President Prabowo among 10 defendants. Plaintiffs seek a national disaster declaration.
Singapore shares fall; OCBC, UOB lead STI’s 1.6% decline on Wednesday
Singapore's STI fell 1.6% Wednesday, led by declines in OCBC, UOB and DBS, after Citi downgraded OCBC to sell amid cautious bank outlook.
Singapore to miss 2035 green-power import target: Wood Mackenzie report
Wood Mackenzie says Singapore will miss its 2035 target of importing 6 GW low-carbon electricity, citing export permits, bankability and transmission financing; approved projects remain unbuilt.
What’s taking Hongkong Land fund so long to seal Marina One deal?
Hongkong Land’s Marina One commercial acquisition is delayed because the S$5.7 billion asset’s size may require more time to raise equity.
COE premiums fall across most categories; Cat A ends at S$130,001
Singapore COE premiums fell across most categories in the Oct 7 tender; Category A ended at S$130,001, while Category E held steady at S$137,000.
Strong fundamentals support Singapore’s bond market despite US Treasury yield movements
MAS's Chee Hong Tat says strong fiscal fundamentals and investor confidence support Singapore's bond market despite US Treasury yield shifts, with stable SGS yields and robust corporate issuance.
France suspends stun grenade use at student protests ahead of PM speech
France suspended police use of stun grenades at student protests over poor school conditions and teacher shortages after injuries; the prime minister will address the crisis.